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A message from thomas J. Donohue “The Institute for 21st Century Energy continues to be a leading voice for sound energy policy in a time of dynamic changes in energy markets. Energy has always touched every aspect of our economy, but today America’s vast resources present an incredible opportunity for America to be a world leader in production. The Energy Institute is fighting for policies that will allow us to realize our potential and be a positive influence on our nation’s budget and national security. Just as importantly, the Institute is standing up and fighting overly burdensome regulations that will raise costs and harm our economy. I have full confidence that our first rate Energy team will continue to rise to the challenge on behalf of consumers and our economy.”
Thomas J. Donohue President and CEO
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
our mission The mission of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for 21st Century Energy is to unify policy makers, regulators, business leaders, and the American public behind a common sense energy strategy to help keep America secure, prosperous, and clean. Through policy development, education, and advocacy, the Institute is building support for meaningful energy action at the local, state, national, and international levels.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions, as well as state and local chambers and industry associations.
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A message from the president and ceo Even as energy continues to drive America’s economy, the past year has been a time of uncertainty for our energy future. The drop in oil prices has created a stimulus for consumers and businesses far larger than anything the government could do. On the flip side, tighter margins mean less opportunity for investment, and electricity prices are continuing to rise. Hanging over the entire landscape is the Obama Administration’s aggressive new regulations on carbon emissions, ozone, and hydraulic fracturing. These regulations could be an albatross on every component of the American economy, hurting our ability to grow and compete in the global marketplace. As we’ve done before, our team at the Institute for 21st Century Energy is rising to these challenges. We’ve been leaders in the discussion that is taking place in Washington and beyond about our nation’s outdated ban on crude oil exports. Allowing American oil to be sold overseas will create jobs and open up new markets for U.S. companies, allowing them to continue to invest in production here at home. At the same time, we’re aggressively combatting EPA’s regulatory push with facts and analysis. For instance, we conducted a thorough analysis of state comments on EPA’s Clean Power Plan Rule, demonstrating clearly the incredible depth of concern across the nation from states about compliance. We will continue to explore all avenues to ensure reasonable regulations, whether it is in the executive, legislative, or judicial branches. Infrastructure continues to be an ongoing concern for the Chamber and our members. To highlight the egregious mishandling of the Keystone XL pipeline, we launched the “Keystone XL Pipeline Lost Opportunity Tour,” in which we traveled the entire pipeline route and met with business and community leaders, ranchers, and local elected officials. Our digital and social media platforms gave the tour national exposure. At the core of our mission is educating and activating the business community about the challenges and opportunities energy presents. In this book, you’ll get a sense for the many ways that we share our message, from the work of our field teams on an individual basis to our growing legion of grassroots supporters online. We continue to be grateful for the support of our members and colleagues, and look forward to another successful year. Sincerely,
Karen Alderman Harbert
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OUR MISSION
The mission of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for 21st Century Energy is to unify policy makers, regulators, business leaders, and the American public behind a common sense energy strategy to help keep America secure, prosperous, and clean.
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Who we are and what we stand for
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Spreading the Word Outside the Beltway
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Providing Expert Analysis and Insight
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Institute for 21st Century Energy Policy Platform
The foundation for all of our activity is our comprehensive Energy Works for US platform. Our platform consists of specific recommendations in nine key areas.
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The Energy Institute has become a go-to stop for top policy makers and energy industry leaders who are seeking to engage in high profile dialogue.
Washington, D.C. — American Electric Power CEO Tony Alexander was featured at the Institute’s CEO Leadership Series Luncheon (co-sponsored by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Mr. Alexander spoke forcefully about the vital role that coal plays in meeting America’s increasing energy demands.
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (WV) and Rob Portman (OH) attend the luncheon.
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The Energy Institute forcefully makes its case to the policymakers in the Administration and in Congress. In 2014, we were especially active bringing the voice of business to the discussion about EPA’s power plant regulations and the Keystone XL pipeline.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Energy Institute President and CEO Karen Harbert testifies before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Keystone XL and the National Interest Determination.
Washington, D.C. — Energy Institute President and CEO Karen Harbert testifies before the Environmental Protection Agency on the U.S. EPA’s “Proposed Carbon Pollution Standard for Existing Power Plants.” Washington, D.C. — Energy Institute Senior Director for Policy Dan Byers testifies at an EPA hearing on carbon Pollution Standards for Existing Power Plants.
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Clarksburg, West virginia — Energy Institute Senior Director for Policy Dan Byers visited U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito after a speech at the West Virginia Governors Energy Summit.
Washington, D.C. — Energy Institute President and CEO Karen Harbert joined members of Congress and other stakeholders for a discussion on energy policy at the Capitol Visitors Center.
Washington, D.C. — Energy Institute President and CEO Karen Harbert was featured at a PoliticoPRO event that featured real time debate and discussion online.
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The Energy Institute has been at the forefront of the movement to expand American energy opportunities at home and abroad. In 2014, we worked to educate and promote efforts that will lead to greater exports of American energy resources—from pushing back against opponents of LNG exports at Cove Point, to prodding Congress and the Administration to allow greater access for oil and natural gas.
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When needed, the Energy Institute forms coalitions with other organizations to help tackle issues.
The Energy Institute joined the National Association of Manufacturers to co-chair a new coalition, the Partnership for a Better Energy Future, which has grown to over 200 members from across our economy concerned about the impact of EPA power plant regulations.
Washington, D.C. — NAM President and CEO Jay Timmons and Energy Institute President and CEO Karen Harbert.
Washington, D.C.— Coalition leaders announced the launch of the Partnership for a Better Energy Future. L to R: Industry leaders announce formation of PBEF. L-R: Mike Duncan, President and CEO, American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity; Chris Jahn, President, Fertilizer Institute; Dale Moore, Executive Director, American Farm Bureau Federation; Karen Harbert, President and CEO, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for 21st Century Energy; Jay Timmons, President and CEO, National Association of Manufacturers; Gregory Scott, president and CEO, Portland Cement Association; Hal Quinn, president and CEO, National Mining Association.
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In the Courts
in 2014...
While our focus is always on making sound policy, sometimes the legal system is the only recourse for consumers and businesses. The Energy Institute regularly partners with the National Chamber Litigation Center to protect our interests in court.
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CLARKSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA — Dan Byers with William B. Raney, president of the West Virginia Coal Association
Over the course of 2014, Energy Institute leaders headlined over 172 events in 27 states and 4 countries.
Albuquerque NM Arlington TX Artesia NM Atlanta GA Baton Rouge LA Billings MT Biloxi MS Bismarck ND Bossier LA Boston MA Buford GA Canton OH
Casper WY Charleston WV Charlotte NC Cheyenne WY Chicago IL Clarksburg WV Cleveland OH Colorado Springs CO Columbia SC Columbus OH Dallas TX Denver CO
Durango CO Farmington PA Fort Collins CO Gillette WY Glade Springs WV Grand Junction CO Harrisburg PA Houston TX Indianapolis IN Jackson MS Keystone CO Laredo TX
Lexington KY Little Rock AR Longview TX Los Angeles CA Loveland CO Mobile AL New Philadelphia OH New York NY Newport Beach CA Orlando FL Ozarks MO Phoenix AZ
Pittsburgh PA Pueblo CO Rapid City SD Ruidoso NM San Antonio TX San Diego CA Saratoga NY Springfield IL Sweetwater TX Washington DC White Sulphur Springs WV
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From coast to coast, Energy Institute officials met with local Chambers, business and industry groups, and civic leaders to discuss energy challenges.
CLARKSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA — Dan Byers with William B. Raney, president of the West Virginia Coal Association
CLEVELAND, OHIO—Energy Institute Senior Vice President for Policy Christopher Guith speaks about the energy industry sparking an industrial renaissance at the Natural Gas Liquids Gold Rush Summit.
SCOTTSDALE, AZ — Karen Harbert moderates an energy panel at a US Chamber Regional conference.
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Our team highlights important energy developments across the nation that can be instructive for the rest of the nation. To highlight the first reactors being built in decades, we traveled to the Plant Vogtle in Georgia to meet with project leaders. Our visit was captured on video and shared with advocates around the country.
Another example of the Energy Institute’s advocacy was in Colorado. For much of 2014, Colorado was “ground zero” in the fight for more energy. Opponents of fossil fuels were seeking restrictions on hydraulic fracturing that would have jeopardized the economic growth in the state. The Energy Institute responded by deploying field teams and conducting intensive training sessions for business community advocates to be prepared. Ultimately, the issue was kept off the ballot, but may come back in the future, and the Energy Institute team will be ready.
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No project dominated the energy landscape in 2014 like the Keystone XL pipeline. To coincide with the sixth anniversary of when the pipeline application was filed, we launched a week long tour of the Keystone XL pipeline route. While the pipeline has become a national political issue, our goal was to help turn the focus back to the communities and citizens that will benefit the most from the pipeline.
Along the way, we met with business and civic leaders and help broadcast their story to the world through our extensive grassroots network and our digital channels.
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The Tour generated headlines in Washington and around the route, helping to turn the focus back to the lost opportunities for our nation and for the states along the route if Keystone is not approved.
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As the EPA’s march toward overregulation continues, the Energy Institute was there to help organize the business community’s response in key states like Pennsylvania.
HARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA — Energy Institute Senior Director for Policy Dan Byers testifies at an EPA public hearing at the Pennsylvania State Senate building on Proposed Carbon Pollution Standard for New Power Plants.
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Whether it’s presentations to industry and business groups or local talk radio, the Energy Institute’s policy experts take advantage of opportunities to make the case for our energy platform.
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY — Energy Institute Senior Director for Policy Heath Knakmuhs participates in a panel discussion with the Business Council of New York.
CLEVELAND, OHIO — Energy Institute Senior Vice President for Policy Christopher Guith speaks about the energy industry sparking an industrial renaissance at the Natural Gas Liquids Gold Rush Summit.
Springfield, IL — Energy Institute Vice President Matt Koch explains the importance of the Keystone XL pipeline project on talk radio.
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PROVIDING EXPERT ANALYSIS AND INSIGHT ON DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL ISSUES
Energy Institute officials are sought after speakers at highly respected venues and events around the country.
WASHIGTON, D.C. — Energy Institute President and CEO Karen Harbert provides remarks at the Deloitte Energy Conference. May 13, 2014.
CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS — Energy Institute President and CEO Karen Harbert discusses the growing number of women in the energy industry at the Harvard Business School Dynamic Women Conference.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA — Energy Institute Senior Vice President for Policy Christopher Guith speaks at the Ernst & Young Oil and Gas Managers Meeting.
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America’s energy security continues to improve—that’s just one of the conclusions of the Energy Institute’s insightful reports and analysis from 2014. The groundbreaking Index of US Energy Security Risk, and International Index of Energy Security Risk have become widely respected barometers of progress.
The International Index of Energy Security continues to drive debate and discussion about the global energy picture.
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Large Energy User Group 2013 Rankings
1 Norway 2 Mexico 3 New Zealand 4 United Kingdom 5 Canada 6 United States 7 Australia 8 Denmark 9 Germany
The Energy Institute’s reach goes around the globe. With our International Index of Energy Security Risk and continued global energy and climate discussions, our team is well versed on what’s happening on every corner of the world. DIARIO DE AVILA
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WASHINGTON, D.C.— Energy Institute Vice President Steve Eule was part of a lively panel discussion at the World Affairs Conference of Americas.
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Vice President Steve Eule provided insightful commentary for European publications covering natural gas issues.
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The Energy Institute periodically hosts visiting delegations from foreign nations, such as this one from China.
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The Energy Institute isn’t afraid to take on tough issues with hard hitting analysis and commentary.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Energy Institute leaders discuss the Chamber’s concerns with EPA’s Power Plant regulations.
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2014 Leadership and Staff Karen Alderman Harbert President and Chief Executive Officer
Christopher Guith
Stephen Eule
Matthew Koch
Senior Vice President and
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Dan Byers
Heath Knakmuhs
Matt Letourneau
Senior Director, Policy
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